A devastating plane crash occurred at Scottsdale Airport in Arizona on Monday afternoon, resulting in one fatality and four injuries. The incident involved a small jet's landing gear failing, causing it to careen off the runway and collide with a larger jet.
According to Scottsdale Fire Capt. Dave Folio, rescuers were able to free a person trapped in the small jet, who was then transported to a trauma center in critical condition. Another person was also taken to a trauma center in critical condition, while one person was in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries. A fifth person refused treatment.
The plane, a Learjet 35A, was arriving from Austin, Texas, when the crash occurred. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating the incident, which also involved a Gulfstream 200 business jet.
"Our thoughts and prayers are going out to everybody in the aviation community that this affects today," said Kelli Kuester, Aviation Outreach and Planning Coordinator for Scottsdale Airport.
The crash has sent shockwaves through the community, with Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes expressing her devastation at the news. "I'm devastated to hear that a fatal plane crash has occurred at Scottsdale Airport. My thoughts are with the victims of this terrible accident and their loved ones," Mayes wrote on social media.
Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky also released a statement, saying, "Today, Scottsdale sadly experienced an aircraft accident at our airport. Based on the information provided thus far, it appears at least one person is dead after two jets collided on the runway at Scottsdale Airport."
The airport's runway is currently closed and will remain so for the "foreseeable future," according to Capt. Folio. The incident is a sobering reminder of the risks associated with air travel and the importance of ensuring the safety of all passengers and crew.
As the investigation into the crash continues, the community is coming together to support the victims and their families. The cause of the landing gear failure is still unknown, but it is clear that this incident will have a lasting impact on the aviation community.
The Scottsdale Airport crash is a tragic reminder of the importance of prioritizing safety in air travel. As the investigation unfolds, it is essential to consider the measures that can be taken to prevent such incidents in the future.
In the meantime, the thoughts and prayers of the community are with the victims and their families, as well as with the first responders who risked their lives to rescue those involved in the crash.
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